Vote-Buying Case Filed Against Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto VICO SOTTO – The Pasig City mayor is currently facing a vote-buying complaint filed with the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). The case, citing a violation of Section 68 of the Omnibus Election Code, was filed by Victor Barral, a former city hall employee and a member … Read more
Comelec Dismisses Disqualification Case Against Camille Villar Over Vote-Buying CAMILLE VILLAR – The senatorial candidate expressed relief and gratitude after the Commission on Elections (Comelec) dismissed the disqualification case filed against her. Villar warmly welcomed the decision, saying it was a significant development that would help her campaign in the remaining days before the May … Read more
Pangasinan Candidate Gilbert Estrella Refutes Vote-Buying Claims GILBERT ESTRELLA – The Pangasinan political candidate has firmly denied allegations linking him to vote-buying activities, stating that he is open to any investigation and has nothing to hide. In a public statement released on Saturday, Estrella assured both the public and authorities that his office is ready … Read more
Comelec Disqualifies Quezon Candidate for Vote-Buying COMELEC – The Commission on Elections 1st Division has disqualified Matt Erwin Florido, the congressional candidate for Quezon Province’s 3rd District, over alleged vote-buying. The decision came after a petition was filed by residents claiming that, on April 5, they were invited by Florido’s representative to a gathering where … Read more
Camille Villar Defends Herself Against Vote-Buying Claims CAMILLE VILLAR – The Las Piñas Representative and Deputy Speaker has officially responded to the vote-buying allegations raised against her by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). Villar, who is also running for senator in the upcoming elections, addressed the issue following reports that COMELEC would issue a show … Read more
Candidates may potentially be charged with vote-buying for offering free rides VOTE-BUYING – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has warned candidates that they could potentially face charges if they offer free rides on October 30, the day of the election. Vote buying is an illegal and unethical practice that occurs during elections. It involves candidates … Read more
Challenges of Combating Vote-Buying in Philippine Elections The persistence of vote-buying and selling in Philippine elections, despite stringent regulations and clear warnings, is a grave concern for the democratic process. These illicit practices, involving the exchange of money, gifts, or favors for votes, undermine the very foundations of fair and honest elections. The fact that … Read more
James Jimenez, a Comelec spokesperson, has a message to a candidate over vote-buying JAMES JIMENEZ – The spokesperson of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) slammed an unnamed candidate over vote-buying. Vote-buying occurs when a political party or candidate seeks to buy the vote of a voter in an upcoming election. It can take various forms … Read more
COMELEC was set to work with e-wallet operators against online vote-buying. COMELEC — The Commission on Elections was set to work with electronic wallet operators in order to help the poll body track vote-buying online for the 2022 elections. COMELEC spokesperson James Jimenez bared on “The Mangahas Interviews” that vote-buying was prevalent online via e-wallets … Read more